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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Ayushman Bharat- Health & Wellness Centres  have made their presence felt during the times of COVID
More than 43,000 Centres had a combined footfall of more than 44 lakhs in one week alone
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the resilience of India’s public health systems particularly in the rural hinterland was reflected through continued operationalization of the Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centers  and continued delivery of non-COVID essential health services while also meeting the urgent tasks of prevention and management of COVID-19.
An additional 13,657 HWCs were operationalized within the period of the pandemic itself  to ensure that an array of healthcare reaches the vast community of citizens they serve. As of 24th July, 2020, a total of 43,022 HWCs are operational across different parts of the country.
In the week starting 18th July till the 24th of July, a total of 44.26 lakh people have benefitted from the health and wellness services being provided by the AB-HWCs. The cumulative total footfall among the HWCs since their inception  consequently rose to 1923.93 lakh. This is a testimony to the foundational work of the HWCs in their communities. They have played a pivotal role in ensuring that non-COVID essential services are not hampered and continue to be provided.
32,000 yoga sessions were conducted in last week in AB-HWCs all across India. 14.24 lakh yoga sessions have been conducted in total by the HWCs since their inception.
Apart from this, HWCs are playing a major role in mass screening for non-communicable diseases. In the last week alone, 3.83 lakh individuals were screened for hypertension, 3.14 lakh for diabetes, 1.15 lakh for oral cancer, 45,000 for breast cancer and 36,000 for cervical cancer. Since their inception, the HWCs have tested a total of 4.72 crore individuals for hypertension, 3.14 crore for diabetes, 2.43 crore for oral cancer, 1.37 crore for breast cancer and 91.32 lakhs for cervical cancer.
The AB-HWCs have been very useful in the pandemic as their population-based screenings for non-communicable diseases have provided the State health authorities a list of those with chronic diseases and the vulnerable, co-morbid population which has to be protected from COVID-19 on priority. Their ability to rapidly screen individuals with co-morbidities and provide advice for protection against infection has been instrumental in winning public trust. Immunization sessions have been organized by the HWC teams where medical checkups of pregnant women are ensured apart from the delivery of essential medicines to TB, leprosy, hypertensive and diabetic patients.
Ministry of Defence
Jat Regimental Centre and Delhi Police adjudged best marching contingents among their categories during Republic Day Parade 2021
Jat Regimental Centre Marching Contingent has been adjudged as the best marching contingent among the three services during the Republic Day Parade at the majestic Rajpath on January 26, 2021.
Delhi Police Marching Contingent has been chosen as the best marching contingentamong Central Armed Police Forces  and other auxiliary forces.
They have been adjudged on the basis of the assessment of the panels of judges and the results of the competitive presentation of the contingents.
Three panels of judges were appointed for assessing the performance of marching contingents from three Services, marching contingents from CAPFs/other Auxiliary Forces, tableaux from various States/Union Territories  Central Ministries/Departments/CAPFs and other auxiliary forces and Schoolchildren items.
Among the tableaux of States/Union Territories  Uttar Pradesh, Tripura and Uttarakhand were chosen 1st, 2nd and 3rd respectively. Department of Biotechnology was chosen the best tableau among the Central Ministries/Departments/CAPFs/other auxiliary forces. Special prize was given to the tableau of Central Public Works Department .
Combined performance of Mount Abu Public School and Vidya Bharti School have been adjudged best school performance while the consolation prize went to Delhi Tamil Education Association Schools.
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President's Secretariat
PRESIDENT OF INDIA’S GREETINGS ON THE EVE OF MILAD-UN-NABI
The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu in her message on the eve of Milad-un-Nabi has said: -
“On the occasion of Eid-e-Milad or Milad-un-Nabi, which is celebrated to commemorate the birthday of Prophet Muhammad, I extend my greetings to all the fellow citizens, especially our Muslim brothers and sisters.
Prophet Muhammad gave the message of kindness, simplicity and service to humanity to the world. His message inspires each of us to move forward on the path of harmony and fraternity.
May we get inspiration from the life of Hazrat Muhammad and take a pledge to continue striving for the progress of our country by living in mutual harmony”.
Click here to see President's Message in hindi
Ministry of Culture
An exhibition of paintings by renowned Goan painter António Xavier Trindade inaugurated on 24th November 2022 at National Gallery of Modern Art
Main Highlights
- The exhibition will be for public viewing from 24th November, 2022 to 24th January, 2022
- There will be a display of 37 masterpieces, among them three are from NGMA’s collection, the remaining are from The Trindade Collection .
An exhibition of paintings by renowned Goan painter António Xavier Trindade was inaugurated on 24th November 2022 by Sri Adwaita Gadanayak, Director General, National Gallery of Modern Art and His Excellency Mr. Carlos Pereira Marques, Ambassador for Portugal in the presence of Mr. Paulo Gomes, Director, Fundação Oriente- Delegation in India at the National Gallery of Modern Art in New Delhi under the Cultural Exchange Programme between India and Portugal.
The exhibition will be for public viewing from 24th November, 2022 to 24th January, 2022. There will be a display of 37 masterpieces, among them three are from NGMA’s collection, the remaining are from The Trindade Collection which were donated to Fundação Oriente by the Esther Trindade Trust in 2004.
António Xavier Trindade was born in Sanguem, Goa in 1870. After being encouraged to pursue his artistic talent, Trindade enrolled at the Sir Jamsetjee Jeejeebhoy School of Art & Industry in Bombay, a prestigious institution dedicated to the teaching of painting, sculpture and design which followed the traditions of European naturalism as expressed by the south Kensington system.
Trindade`s vast body of work matured in the 1920s and early 1930s, a time when the artist focused mainly on portraits, landscapes and still-life. Influenced by his western upbringing and European artistic trends of that period, Trindade knew how to integrate this legacy naturally in his paintings, either by the themes he chose or the way he approached them.
The work of António Xavier Trindade skilfully interweaves the cultural universes of the Indian Subcontinent and Western Europe, ensuring the painter great acclaim and the highest honors an artist could aspire to at that time.
Despite opting for a Western style artistic career, the artist always remained loyal to the people and landscapes of India.
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
MNRE issues National Wind-solar Hybrid Policy
The Policy provides framework for promotion of large grid connected wind-solar PV hybrid system
A scheme for new hybrid projects under the policy is also expected shortly.
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has issued National Wind-Solar Hybrid Policy here today. The objective of the policy is to provide a framework for promotion of large grid connected wind-solar PV hybrid system for efficient utilization of transmission infrastructure and land. It also aims at reducing the variability in renewable power generation and achieving better grid stability.
On technology front the Policy provides for integration of both the energy sources i.e. wind and solar at AC as well as DC level. The Policy also provides for flexibility in share of wind and solar components in hybrid project, subject to the condition that, rated power capacity of one resource be at least 25 per cent of the rated power capacity of other resource for it to be recognised hybrid project.
The Policy seeks to promote new hybrid projects as well as hybridisation of existing wind/solar projects. The existing wind/solar projects can be hybridised with higher transmission capacity than the sanctioned one, subject to availability of margin in the existing transmission capacity.
The Policy provides for procurement of power from a hybrid project on tariff based transparent bidding process for which Government entities may invite bids. Policy also permits use of battery storage in the hybrid project for optimising the output and further reduce the variability. It mandates the regulatory authorities to formulate necessary standards and regulations for wind-solar hybrid systems.
With significant capacity additions in renewables in recent years and with Hybrid Policy aiming at better utilisation of resources, it is envisaged that the Hybrid Policy will open-up a new area for availability of renewable power at competitive prices along with reduced variability. A scheme for new hybrid projects under the policy is also expected shortly.
Prime Minister's Office
PM reviews preparations for launch of Health Assurance programme under Ayushman Bharat
(The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today reviewed the progress of preparations towards the launch of the Health Assurance programme under Ayushman Bharat.
The scheme will provide health assurance cover of upto Rs. 5 lakh per family. It will be targeted to cover over 10 crore poor and vulnerable families.
Top officials of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, NITI Aayog and PMO, briefed the Prime Minister on various aspects, including the preparations in States, and development of the technological infrastructure associated with the scheme.
In April, on the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti, the Prime Minister had inaugurated the first ‘Health and Wellness Centre’ under Ayushman Bharat, in the aspirational district of Bijapur in Chhattisgarh.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Swachhata Pledge administered to officers and staff members of PIB, Kolkata
Kolkata; September 27, 2023
Swachhata Pledge was administer to the officers and staff members of Press Information Bureau , Kolkata today. The Swachhata Pledge focused on one’s commitment towards cleanliness, devoting hundred hours per year for cleanliness and propagating the message of Swachh Bharat Mission among citizens.
Swachhata Pakhwada is being observed from 16th September 2023 to 30th September 2023. This year, joint campaign of Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs and Ministry of Jal Shakti namely ‘Swachhata hi Sewa’  Campaign  is also being celebrated.
For the past nine years, the Swachh Bharat Mission has been able to draw mass public participation to realize the dream of a garbage free India. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s clarion call for swachhata was well reciprocated by the common citizens, civic bodies, towns, gram panchayats and private agencies, who have taken the ownership to create a clean India. The Prime Minister has appealed to the countrymen urging them to join in the ‘Ek Tareekh, Ek Ghanta, Ek Sath’ mass cleanliness drive to be conducted at all kinds of public places scheduled to take place at 10 am on 1st October 2023. Over 13 crore citizens have already joined Swachhata Pakhwada – Swachhata Hi Seva 2023 and engaged in the fortnight long that started from 15th September till 2ndOctober 2023- the Swachh Bharat Diwas .
Ministry of Science & Technology
Connecting science and literature can connect science to the masses, say experts
“Confluence of science and literature will go a long way in taking science to the masses”, said Shri Jayant Sahasrabuddhe, Organising Secretary, Vijnana Bharti. Shri. Saharabuddhe presided over the inaugural function of the International Science Literature Festival in Kolkata today. The festival is being held from November 5-7, 2019 as a part of the India International Science Festival  mega-event that began in the city today.
Organized by CSIR-National Insitute of Science Communication and Information Resources  and Vigyan Prasar, the inaugural function of the International Science Literature Festival was attended by nearly 200 invitees, researchers and scientists.
Prof. Ashutosh Sharma, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology, who delivered the keynote address, said that science communication is as important to scientists as it is vital to the different sections of the society. Prof. Sharma added that communication of science is a major scientific social responsibility and we need to encourage scientists and researchers to take to popular science writing as well.
Eminent computer scientist Dr. Vijay Bhatkar who was the chief guest said that the dimension of science literature is very important for science communication. He added that the IISF’s science literature fair is a welcome step that connects the masses to science.
Emphasizing the need for science communication in Indian languages, Dr. Baldeo Bhai Sharma, Former Chairman, National Book Trust, said that there should be country-wide programmes that encourage science communication in Indian languages.
Dr. Partha Ghose, noted physicist, author, philosopher and musician said that without science literature, science cannot grow roots. He said that science fiction is an important part of science literature and we need many more science fiction writers in India.
Dr. Krishna Bihari Mishra, Padma Shri awardee in his address said that there is no difference between literature and science. These are two ways of presenting the same truth, he remarked.
Other dignitaries of the inaugural function included Shri. B. Anand, Additional Secretary and Financial Adviser, DST, Prof. Hak-Soo-Kim from South Korea and Dr. Bimal Roy, Chairman of the National Statistical Commission.
The dignitaries released Vigyanika’s theme book during the inaugural function. The International Science Book Fair, that has nearly 30 publishers displaying their books, was also inaugurated.
Earlier, Dr. Manoj Kumar Patairiya, Director, NISCAIR welcomed the gathering. Prof. Dr Pallab Banerji, Professor, IIT Kharagpur proposed the vote of thanks.
Ministry of Culture
Development of Museums and Cultural Spaces  begins Centenary celebration of Satyajit Ray with the launch of short film‘A Ray of Genius’ today
Ministry of Culture’s Development of Museums and Cultural Spaces  digitally launched the short film ‘A Ray of Genius’ to mark the beginning of the centenary celebrations of Satyajit Ray today.
While releasing the film online, CEO of DMCS Shri Raghvendra Singh said that the short-film highlights Ray's filmmaking genius as well as his eclectic achievements across literature, art, music and design that have been put together by professionals from Kolkata and Mumbai. Award winning director Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury and editor Arghya Kamal Mitra have created this film with the help of Sandip Ray and the Society for the Preservation of Satyajit Ray Archives. The film also features stunning photographs by Nemai Ghosh, Ray’s chronicler for three decades showcasing the great filmmaker at work, sourced with the help of the Delhi Art Gallery.
He further stated that, “Satyajit Ray lives on in our memory through films like Pather Panchali, Charulata, Teen Kanya, Sonar Kella and the ‘Apu Trilogy’. With Pather Panchali , Indian cinema was launched on the world stage. The Development of Museums and Cultural Spaces, Ministry of Culture, is delighted to present ‘A Ray of Genius’ as a tribute to the versatility of Satyajit Ray as motion-picture director, writer and illustrator. With this screening, we launch the birth centenary celebrations of Satyajit Ray today on May 2, 2020”, Shri Raghvendra Singh added.
On the occasion, an official Facebook Page and YouTube Channel of DMCS were also launched, which will show case other activities during the Centenary Celebrations of Satyajit Ray. The viewer may log onto the following links to view, like and follow them.
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/A-Ray-of-Genius-Satyajit-Ray-Centenary-Celebrations-110004454032751/
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3fwhFWVAjAXV5-T7q76Aaw/?guided_help_flow=5
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/a_dmcs
Development of Museum and Cultural Spaces  under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, is mandated to modernize, upgrade and curate museums and cultural spaces with focus on iconic museums and cultural spaces in India.
Prime Minister's Office
PM hails commencement of medical education in mother tongue
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has hailed the commencement of medical education in Hindi at Bhopal. Shri Modi remarked that the historic move will empower lakhs of students to study medicine in their own language and bring about a positive change in the country. He further added that it will open multiple doors of opportunities for the students.
Sharing a tweet by Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah, the Prime Minister tweeted;
“मेडिकल शिक्षा के क्षेत्र में हुआ यह शुभारंभ देश में एक बड़ा सकारात्मक बदलाव लाने वाला है। इससे लाखों विद्यार्थी जहां अपनी भाषा में पढ़ाई कर सकेंगे, वहींउनके लिए अवसरों के भी अनेक द्वार खुलेंगे।”
Prime Minister's Office
PM pays glowing tributes to former PM, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee jee on unveiling of his portrait in parliament
Says, Atal jee was a communicator par excellence who always raised voice of the people
(A portrait of former Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee was unveiled at the Central Hall of Parliament today by the President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind.
Vice President, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Speaker Lok Sabha, Smt. Sumitra Mahajan and several other dignitaries were present on the occasion.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid glowing tributes to Atal Behari Vajpayee jee and said, he will be forever in the Parliament's Central Hall, inspiring and blessing us. Remembering his versatility, values for humanity and affection for the people, PM said it will take hours and hours to talk about the goodness of Atal Ji.
PM stated that the Atal Behari Vajpayee jee spent a large part of his political career in opposition but continued raising issues of public interest and never deviated from his ideology.
Describing Shri Atal Ji’s communication skills as unparalleled, PM said he had a great sense of humour also.
Prime Minister said that Vajpayee jee’s silence was as powerful as his speeches. “When to speak and when to keep quiet was his extraordinary quality”, he added.
About the legacy of Atal Behari Vajpayee jee, PM said we can take away a key message from him that in democracy there are no enemies but political rivals only.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles loss of lives due to tragic accident in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan
Announces ex-gratia from PMNRF
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the loss of lives due to tragic accident in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan. The Prime Minister has also announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 Lakhs to the next kin of the deceased and Rs. 50,000 to those injured in the accident from Prime Minister's National Relief Fund .
The Prime Minister Office tweeted;
"Anguished by the tragic accident in Jhunjhunu. Condolences to the bereaved families. May the injured recover soon.
Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of the deceased. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000: PM @narendramodi"
PIB Headquarters
PIB’S BULLETIN ON COVID-19
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- 193.70 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
- India's Active caseload currently stands at 19,509
- Active cases stand at 0.05%
- Recovery Rate currently at 98.74%
- 2,584 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 4,26,20,394
- 3,712 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
- Daily positivity rate 
- Weekly Positivity Rate 
- 85.13 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 4,41,989 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
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Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Government of India
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Extension of timeline for public consultation on Draft National Resource Efficiency Policy, 2019
Acknowledging the progress that has been made to implement Draft National Resource Efficiency Policy , the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change have extended the timeline to invite comments on it by another month i.e. till 24.09.2019.
The Ministry have agreed to this extended timeline in the interest of supporting the smooth and orderly implementation of the draft policy, keeping in mind the interests of the public at large.
Earlier, the Ministry released Draft National Resource Efficiency Policy, 2019 on 25.07.2019 inviting comments and suggestions from stakeholders including public/private organizations, experts and concerned citizens on the draft policy.
The Draft National Resource Efficiency Policy  envisions a future with environmentally sustainable and equitable economic growth, resource security, healthy environment , and restored ecosystems with rich ecology and biodiversity. The Draft National Resource Efficiency Policy is guided by the principles of  reduction in primary resource consumption to ‘sustainable’ levels, in keeping with achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and staying within the planetary boundaries,  creation of higher value with less material through resource efficient and circular approaches,  waste minimization,  material security, and creation of employment opportunities and business models beneficial to the cause of environment protection and restoration.
The Draft National Resource Efficiency Policy  is available online on Ministry’s website at http://moef.gov.in/draft-national-resource-efficiency-policy2019-inviting-comments-and-suggestions-of-stakeholders-including-publicprivate-organization-experts-and-concerned-citizens/
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RBI Cautions against unauthorized Digital Lending Platforms/Mobile Apps
There have been reports about individuals/small businesses falling prey to growing number of unauthorised digital lending platforms/Mobile Apps on promises of getting loans in quick and hassle-free manner. These reports also refer to excessive rates of interest and additional hidden charges being demanded from borrowers; adoption of unacceptable and high-handed recovery methods; and misuse of agreements to access data on the mobile phones of the borrowers.
Legitimate public lending activities can be undertaken by Banks, Non-banking Financial Companies  registered with RBI and other entities who are regulated by the State Governments under statutory provisions, such as the money lending acts of concerned states. Members of public are hereby cautioned not to fall prey to such unscrupulous activities and verify the antecedents of the company/firm offering loans online or through mobile apps. Moreover, consumers should never share copies of KYC documents with identified persons, unverified/unauthorised Apps and should report such Apps/Bank Account information associated with the Apps to concerned law enforcement agencies or use Sachet portal  to file an on-line complaint.
Reserve Bank has also mandated that digital lending platforms which are used on behalf of Banks and NBFCs should disclose name of the Bank or NBFC upfront to the customers. The names and addresses of the NBFCs registered with the Reserve Bank can be accessed here and the portal for filing complaints against the entities regulated by the RBI can be accessed through http://cmc.rbi.org.in.
This is stated in a press release issued by Shri Yogesh Dayal, Chief General Manager, Reserve Bank of India.
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